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Editor's Memo

Welcome to Fall!

I hope you were able to enjoy some well-earned time off over the summer and are ready to get back to work!

Susan Sutton

September 3, 2019

If you’re anything like me, the onset of fall leaves you feeling a bit bittersweet.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Chromaflo Technologies’ Personnel Adjustments Lead the News

Readers last week were most interested in news from Chromaflo Technologies regarding a number of personnel announcements.

Susan Sutton

September 3, 2019

Do you have personnel news to share with the industry? Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

DIC to Acquire BASF’s Global Pigments Business

DIC reports that its acquisition of BASF Colors & Effects will broaden its portfolio as a global manufacturer of pigments, including those for electronic displays, cosmetics, coatings, plastics, inks, and specialty applications.

September 3, 2019

DIC Corp. recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BASF’s global pigments business, known as BASF Colors & Effects (BCE).

Laird Named Oregon and Pacific Northwest Sales Manager for Induron Protective Coatings

Laird is involved with NACE International as a Level 3 coatings inspector and a NACE CIP 1 and CIP 2 instructor.

September 3, 2019

Induron Protective Coatings recently announced that Jamie Laird has joined the company as sales manager for Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

SCHREINER MEDIPHARM: Double Tamper-Protection Label for Pharmaceutical Packaging

A transparent closure seal for folding boxes and wallets, the Multi-Tear closure label reportedly combines two security mechanisms that are activated in an attempt to unnoticeably peel off the seal.

September 3, 2019

Schreiner MediPharm recently announced that it is offering a new sealing solution for the tamper-proof closure of folding boxes and wallets.

ViscoTec America Reaches Milestone

ViscoTec America currently has sales staff strategically positioned across North America, was able to establish an active dealer in Mexico, and recently opened a branch office in California.

August 30, 2019

On October 10, 2019, ViscoTec America will celebrate 10 years of growth in the world of handling fluids and pastes with high-precision dosing technology.

Maroon Group to Distribute Polyscope Styrene Maleic Anhydride Copolymers in U.S.

Typical applications for these materials reportedly include adhesives, coatings, over-print varnishes, and gypsum-based construction products, and as a key building block for pigment dispersants.

August 30, 2019

Polyscope recently announced the appointment of Maroon Group LLC as a U.S. distributor for its Xiran^® styrene maleic anhydride (SMA) copolymer resins and aqueous solutions.

Gdihi Joins FLEXcon North America as Vice President of Supply Chain

Aziz Gdihi reportedly has a proven track record that includes improved demand forecast accuracy, reduction in back orders, and improvements in order fill rates, as well as significant reductions in the cost of finished goods.

August 29, 2019

FLEXcon Co., Inc. recently announced that Aziz Gdihi has joined the company as vice president of Supply Chain for FLEXcon North America.

GRACO INC.: New and Redesigned Sanitary Equipment

On SaniForce 2.0 unloading equipment, automated controls reportedly remove unnecessary worker interaction and automate the unload process.

August 29, 2019

Graco Inc. recently announced that it has launched the SaniForce® 2.0 line of new and redesigned sanitary equipment.

Lintech to Represent DSM Coating Resins in Midwest and Southwest

Lintech, which already represents DSM Coating Resins in the Eastern U.S., will become the Midwest and Southwest distributor for the coatings, paints, and printing and packaging markets, effective September 15, 2019.

August 29, 2019

DSM Coating Resins is expanding its relationship with Lintech International, LLC.